One of Australia’s most beloved storytellers, Mandy Magro lives in Cairns, Far North Queensland, with her husband Des, their daughter Chloe Rose, two adorable pooches, Sophie and Sherlock, and the biggest personalities of the household, Lola – the loveably sassy cockatiel, Star – the comical Indian Ringneck, and Jet – the hilariously chatty Hahn’s Macaw.

With pristine aqua-blue coastline in one direction and sweeping rural landscapes in the other, Mandy describes her home as heaven on earth. A passionate woman and a romantic at heart, she writes both sweeping rural romances and tender, contemporary love stories that celebrate connection, courage, and hope. Whether she’s taking readers outback – where the scent of gum trees and the thrum of horses’ hooves fills the air – or into soul-stirring tales of modern love and second chances, her books capture the essence of the Australian way of life and the unforgettable characters who call it home.